Amberley Place is in Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 6DB is located in the Pontypool Fawr electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Amberley Place, Pontypool, NP4 6DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 6BX, NP4 6DL, NP4 6HL, NP4 6LX, NP4 6HP, NP4 6NQ, NP4 6DF, NP4 6LU, NP4 6DG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP4 6DB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 51.6% | -1.7% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 46.7% | 48.4% | 1.7% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NP4 6DB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.4% | 43.9% | 1.5% | 37.9% | 6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.2% | 35.2% | 2.0% | 44.2% | -9.0% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 4.6% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 13.3% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 3.1% | -7.0% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46% | 38.7% | -7.3% | 48.4% | -9.7% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 35.2% | 3.3% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 13% | 18.4% | 5.4% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 5.5% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.3% | 25.4% | -6.9% | 18.2% | 7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 9.6% | -7.5% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 15.2% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 6.1% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 15.2% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.8% | 25.9% | 6.1% | 33.8% | -7.9% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| White | 96.7% | 94.1% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
In this area, 96.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.1% | 96.1% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 96.1% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.8% | 76.7% | -7.9% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 27.7% | 13.5% | 14.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.8% | 37.2% | 13.6% |
| Christian | 38% | 46.2% | -8.2% |
| Not answered | 11.2% | 6.0% | 5.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Amberley Place was 96.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.3% lower than the Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Amberley Place has the 28th lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood and the 126th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Amberley Place, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-04-04 | £126,609 |
| 3 Amberley Place, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £49,000 | 2017-10-19 | £75,385 |
| 1 Amberley Place, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £20,000 | 2001-01-04 | £82,834 |
| 4 Amberley Place, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £24,500 | 1998-06-12 | £114,110 |
| 2 Amberley Place, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, a newly built property | £14,500 | 1995-10-20 | £79,091 |
NP4 6DB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Street Primary School Wainfelin Road , Pontypool NP4 6BX | - not rated | 170 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Alban's R.C. High School The Park , Pontypool NP4 6XG | - not rated | 777 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penygarn Primary School Penygarn Road , Penygarn NP4 8JR | - not rated | 1,035 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Gwynllyw Heol Folly , Trefddyn NP4 8JD | - not rated | 1,340 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| West Monmouth Comprehensive School Blaendare Road , Pontypool NP4 5YG | - not rated | 1,396 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wellbeing Centre | 24 George Street | 308 yd | |
| Torfaen Museum Trust Coffee Shop (Museum Tea Rooms) | Park Road | 513 yd | |
| Destan's Cafe & Takeaway | 1 Town Bridge Buildings, Park Road | 513 yd | |
| Asiana | 5 Town Bridge Buildings, Park Road | 513 yd | |
| Caffi Crane | 4 Crane Street | 521 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontypool United RFC | Pontypool United Rugby Club, Conway Road | 131 yd | |
| Pontypool Workingmens Club | Pontypool Working Mens Club, Broadway | 262 yd | |
| White Hart | White Hart, George Street | 308 yd | |
| Pontypool Conservative & Unionist Club | Pontypool Conservative Club, Osborne Road | 351 yd | |
| The Iron Duke | 130-131 Osborne Road | 351 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choice Chinese Take Away | 17 Osborne Road | 162 yd | |
| New Yummies | 18 Osborne Road | 162 yd | |
| Chans Noodle Bar | 1 Osborne Road | 245 yd | |
| Taste Good | 128 Osborne Road | 351 yd | |
| Peri Cottage | 133 Osborne Road | 351 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods Ltd | 4 Crane Street | 521 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco, Lower Bridge Street | 918 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.